Emotionally Focused Therapists in Culver City, CA

Sometimes life presents us with difficulties and problems that can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or even hopeless, and thus preventing us from living the rich and meaningful life we are meant to live.

Please note: Currently only doing telehealth. "The brave man (or person) is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear." (Nelson Mandela) Journeying through life is not supposed to be a solitary endeavor. I have found that in times of joy and pain, it is better to have it shared with others. I value the courage that it takes to be willing to open up and explore inwardly and relationally. I provide a safe and validating environment for those who want to personally grow, explore relationship dynamics, or seek support with mental health issues.

Hello! I’m Kate, a collaborative, relational, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist. For 10+ years now, I’ve aimed to provide a safe, empowering space where we can slow down & untangle all the messiness of being a human. My hope is always for my clients come away with a greater sense of knowing themselves, more personal agency, & confidence that they can navigate the inevitable challenges of their future. I strive to embody a lens that is feminist, anti-racist & anti-oppressive in this work. My training includes Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy, Attachment-Focused EMDR & Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy.

You might be going through a difficult life transition, experiencing relationship problems, or feeling overwhelmed and unable manage your stress. Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to work with someone who will provide you with the support and tools you need to create change, feeling more insightful, aware, and grounded. I have extensive experience helping individuals and couples work on finding/maintaining healthy, satisfying relationships. I aid my clients in recognizing the way their past experiences, neurotypes, and relationships shape the way they see themselves, affect their emotional well-being, and how they relate to others.

My name is Preston Herdt, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach is client-centered, and I tailor my therapeutic techniques to best fit the needs of each client. I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients to explore their thoughts and emotions and work towards their personal goals. As a dedicated Psychotherapist, I utilize EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy to support my clients in achieving their goals. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and tailored to your unique needs. You can count on me to help as we work towards a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle.

I provide a safe place for individuals, couples, and families to deal with their relationship, career, and other issues, as well as with the anxiety, depression and anger that often accompany them.

My Therapy Corner is a boutique practice helping individuals and couples heal through a trauma-informed, attachment-focused lens. We work primarily with individuals struggling with anxiety, big and small traumas, addiction, relationship problems, attachment wounds, etc. We work with adults 18+ and couples. It's important to us that you feel very comfortable in our sessions. We are on this journey of your healing together and our style is collaborative and warm. Together, we can work on letting go of past traumas or anything else that's been hurtful to you and your relationship.

You may feel stuck in a negative cycle: in a relationship, your career, or life in general. Perhaps you are dealing with trauma, or a difficult life transition such as divorce or bereavement, or you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I'd like to help you make the changes you are looking for. I work with individuals, couples and families as they learn to cultivate healthy relationships and manage the stresses of modern-day life. Having raised a family while practicing law as a partner in a busy law firm, I have experienced the struggles and trade-offs in trying to maintain a work-family-personal life balance.

You're doing your best, but it can sometimes feel like your efforts are never quite enough. You often prioritize others over yourself, even if it means neglecting your own well-being. Your commitment to bringing happiness to others may be leading to anxiety as you grapple with feelings of betrayal and confusion. It seems like you've lost sight of your own needs. I've been there, and I can relate to what you're going through. I believe you deserve to have a voice, and that together we can untangle the chaos as we work towards finding clarity.

Do you have an irrational, gut feeling you can't seem to shake? Maybe something telling you that you're not good enough, unsafe, powerless...? Sometimes, difficult experiences in our past can cloud how we live in and see the present. We find ourselves overreacting to things or people, feeling anxious or worthless. Our head can tell us we are being irrational, but that doesn't change the feeling. One of my goals is in helping you re-process the experiences in your life that push these feelings, so you not only know that you're okay - you feel it.

Hi & Welcome. I am a proud LCSW with over 10 years of experience in the social service & mental health field. I specialize in working with transition aged youth, crisis support, anxiety, depression, life changes & working with those who have been incarcerated/have loved ones incarcerated.I began my calling as a licensed social worker in 2014 after completing my bachelors degree while living in Ohio & completing my masters at the University of Cincinnati. There, I discovered my calling to serve humanity and embarked on my pursuit of a Master of Social Work (MSW) at USC.

In difficult times, we may find ourselves at exhausting our coping skills. Anxiety, depression, apathy are all pushing us to reach out for support and care. I offer a safe space for these challenging transitions. I come with a few decades of experience providing direct therapeutic care. As we process and develop skills together we will build strength, resilience, and new meaning. I approach therapy from an existential len incorporating both depth and somatic practices including brainspotting and grief work. I work with primarily with individual adults. Give me a call so we can see if we're a good fit.

A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.

“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” ― C.G. Jung. By taking a depth psychological approach, we explore the unconscious material of your psyche to understand what may be holding you back from realizing deeper layers of healing and wholeness.

I am a highly skilled, warm and trustworthy therapist passionate about supporting and enhancing the quality of individuals' lives. Whether you or your teens are experiencing depression or anxiety, feeling ambivalent about a current relationship, or living with a child who has Asperger's, together we will work to develop realistic goals, sensible solutions and a greater sense of confidence toward handling life's inevitable challenges. For the past 20+ years I have worked well with individuals, couples and families to resolve problems that stem from current daily life stressors to past dysfunctional family experiences;

Creating a safe environment and atmosphere where you can feel comfortable and at ease is an important first step in our process. Deeply listening so that you feel seen, heard, understood, and respected is foundational in our time together, as well as working collaboratively to help you identify and overcome obstacles to inner calm, peace, and happiness. Finding meaning in our lives, healing, and becoming whole again, as well as thriving (not just surviving) in daily life are examples of potential goals for our time together. Within that framework, we will customize our work to meet and embrace your unique personality and needs.

I offer in-person or virtual sessions focused on working with individuals and couples coping with issues of depression, anxiety, anger, and difficulties in their personal relationships as well as their professional careers. I utilize an empathic, strength-based approach that allows me to have a greater sense of your emotional experience while also identifying what strengths and resources you have to create the meaningful change in your life that you are seeking. My goal as a therapist is to help guide you through this process in a way that allows you to feel both safe and supported.

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR MEDICATONS MANAGEMENT ONLY -- We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. You enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.

As a Depth oriented therapist, I aim to provide a space where my client’s feel safe and comfortable opening up. I believe that the most important aspect in therapy is the therapist and client relationship and I intend to be a safe container for my clients. There can be many reasons as to why you are seeking therapy and I am here along your journey of healing. I utilize a Depth oriented, Holistic, and Psychodynamic approach when treating my clients.